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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 30, 1896

Page

4

Public Comfort Bureau Discusses Visitor Lodging Plans

The Committee of Fitters meets to plan hosting thousands of visitors in Tepid during a vast event. Hotels will be overrun, private homes opened, and Mr Greenwald will coordinate accommodations with intelligence officers. The group seeks city advantages and pricing to report to headquarters.

Committee of Fitters Greenwald Mocter Jrev McKirehan Alhes Mr. Greiptald Lees Atic

Peters Denies Withdrawing From Governor Race

Judge Peters, Republican candidate for governor, denied reports that he had withdrawn from the race and would back Gov Merritt. The Associated Press quoted Peters as saying he would stay in the contest despite such rumors.

Newton S R Petert Merritt Associated Press Peters

Ax Ol¢-The Hallroad Man at Keyes and His Career

The passage profiles Ax Ol¢-The Hallroad Man at Keyes, long-time agent for Illinois Central Railroad at Richrober, in service 22 years in the city. It notes his connections to T 8 Lean and a Jere BOL, his regard in old time circles, and mentions his travel, roles, and modest religious or community ties, with references to Mr Keyes and Mr Amiesethben.

Ax Ol Keyes Richrobew Jane Aril Howe Aenties Lee Dave Amiesethben

Local Populists at War Over County Convention Picks

A bitter struggle unfolds in Populist county affairs as Lewelling and Webb factions vie for delegates. Key figures include Judge Geo W. Clark, WC Webb supporters, Col. Fr Close, Asa Hunn, ex Adjutant General H H Arte, and Lewelling enemies threatening a quiet fight. First ward caucus names John Younters and James Mitchell as delegates amid party rifts.

Geo. W. Clark WC. Webb Lewelling Col Fr. Close Tewelling Topeka Asa Hunn Dick Chase State Penitentiary Close Bunn H. H. Arte Arte Biron Wall Lewilling First Ward John Younters James Mitchell Yuin Barris Mitchell Wiley O M. Capron Dr. Bergen

Stage Coach Robber Caught Near Cripple Creek

A stage coach robbery suspect was arrested near Cripple Creek in a jail at Springs. The incident involved a robber and accomplice linked to a Creek area theft, with authorities noting the suspect’s long involvement in similar crimes.

Cripple Creek Eames Springs Furbank Ald Creek RBS Confeseril

Tosh Quincy Invites Li Hung Chang to Boston Visit

Mayor Juetah Ker ry issued an invitation to Li Mune Chang to visit Unie City and speak with officials. The note references ongoing diplomatic efforts and a planned visit tied to city ties and potential cooperation.

Tosh Quincy Li Hung Chang Boston Juetah Kerry Li Mune Chang Unie Santos DE de Some

Kansas Fusion Talk Shapes Bryan Watson Delegates

D C Zereher explains Kansas Democrat Populist strategy to back Bryan and Sewall in the state and national tickets. He argues electors should vote for Sewall if Sewall leads in electoral votes and notes southern party leanings could influence Populist choices. He urges Kansas Populists to support Bryan and Watson at Abilene convention to set a united example.

Olathe Kan D. C Ramses Hall Sewall United States Sedmte Setwall Remson Democrats of Kansas Liryan Watson Tiiweit Indiana Kentucky Brean and Sewall Hectors Kamas Rasine Bryan Boya J Levine Bevan Sewall Wlousers Taler Maine Bryan Sewall Ene Kansar Bolls St. Louis Bryan People’s Party South Stratehic Po Batt Kansee Iheip Abilene Conation Bryan Amd Watson

They Want a Candidate for Congress in Rimparks

An effort to unite Free Silver Republicans Democrats and Populists for a single congressional candidate in the district has led to holding three conventions on the same date Rimparks August 10. A Democratic convention may be held the same day if the reply is favorable, and M Scott is reportedly eager to run again after a past strong race.

AM Harvey Free Silver Republicarts Rimparks Martin Cornitte M. Scott

Doster for Chief Justice Nomination by Marion Populists

Marion July 20 Populists of the county held their convention electing delegates to state and regional conventions. They unanimously backed Frank Duster for chief justice, declaring him a man of learning and integrity. They instructed delegates to present his name at the state convention in Abilene. The ticket nominated includes Dalila Roges, WP Coline, FF Ireland, A Metrady, Dick Williams.

Marion Morris Chase Frank Duster Pasaine Prank Dustes Us County Abilene Supreme Court of Wtate Karsan Ucket Dalila Roges WP. Coline Yadee Ireland A. Metrady Dick Williams

Bryan Silver Ratification Draws Large Local Rally

The event drew Populists Democrats and publicans together as MacPherson presided over a Bryan silver ratification meeting. A lengthy public reception followed at Bowie pub with speeches and mutual toasts about unity and the cause.

MacPherson Ea. Little Bryan Clu MePherson Court Bowie Ie Sudhenee Poputiets Latyr

Labette Republicans Name Morrill for Governor and Case for Chief Justice

The Label county Republican party held its biennial convention at Fareone on July 0. Delegates endorsed Indoree Morrill for governor and a case for chief justice, marking a key policy slate for the upcoming election cycle.

Indoree Morrill Case Fareone Label County Bell Ten Youre

County ticket nominated and state convention details

A full county ticket was nominated and 15 delegates to the state convention were present and addressed the meeting. Resolutions endorsed the St Louis platform the present state administration and the candidacy of Fudge Nelson Cave for chief justice. Delegates were instructed for Governor Morrill. An effort to instruct for United States senator John J. wails was voted. Republican primaries were large with notable shifts in Danger township. McKinley club convention planned in Ottawa August 1. D M Bender renominated for the state lower house.

Gmmyreasuse Kirkpatrick Ann Omg Ana Btu Ware St Louis Fudge Nelson Cave Oswesu Supreme Court Morrill Uris County John J. In United States Downs

Wiggin Harding Dry Goods Closed by Creditors

Wiggin Harding & Co a dry goods store at 623 Turivas avenue closed by its creditors. An attachment against Mrs. Willets sparked the action over a $1200 claim, the stock valued around $5000 with debts to multiple creditors including McCreery Co of New York. The stock now under mortgage agent SL Leagitt. lawyers Rossington Smith & Dallas. Mrs Margaret W Harding not a member of the firm.

Wiggin, Harding & Co Turivas Avenue Priya Mortgagge J. B Larter House of McCreery & Co New York Lewis Wiflitts Wheels Topeka Brooklyn Kansas Inn Emma L Redder Margaret Jonsson Mortzare SL. Leagitt Rossington, Smith & Dallas

Greek chorus concert at state capitol proposed for festival

A Topeka choral society member suggests a grand Greek costume chorus on the state house steps during the festival. The plan envisions 80 to 100 performers, two to three weeks of rehearsal, and a public photo featuring the event for Harper's Weekly.

State House State Journal Harpers Amphib Society

Topeka News Briefs Mix Local Happenings And Gossip

Topeka residents report warm spell with last night the warmest so far this season. Mayor Fellows orders muzzling of all dogs. Topeka Typographical union donates $2 to Fall Festival fund. Hunters warned off farms. women’s groups and bands plan events. Local marriages, theatre and civic notices blend with odd anecdotes and minor incidents across Topeka.

Fellows Topeka J. &Rey, Jr Jttle Frey Colorado Springs Marshall Helton James Ruth Annie Swain Max Werdall Ray Wardell Franksmith Redden Mission Piret National Bank B.D. Meigeever Jefferson County McKinley L.A. W. Clrcmit Rair Turner Baseball Club Huderd Eines Barber Asphalt Company Topeka Cilated Garfheld Park Curtin Hudson Fellows and Watkins Pension Office Kansas Avenue Arizona Arizone van Oredal Shiver Lake Alan Vangermark Claude Stenley Stu B. Stattley Quaker School Srituax Tridharan John Wright Grand Lodge Calored K. of P Wichita Floriday Stewart Lovey Ohler Detectivis Poiice Zeller Tarbert Store Lawsywr Didee Hazes Grover Stone Guy Chicago Nimcett East Ede Kane Kan

Million Dollar Davis Title Questioned In Butte Suit

In Butte Montana on July 20 Elizabeth Bowdoin of Springfield Massachusetts sues to recover a one million dollar stake of Andrew J. Davis Jr. from the estate. Davis claims a death bed gift from his uncle. The case, ruled for Davis by district and supreme courts, seeks a US Supreme Court writ of error. The dispute centers on stock transfer rules of the First National Bank and its bylaws requiring書 written on the bank books. Bowdoin seeks to proceed. Lay son opposes.

A. Z. Davis Butte Mont Andrew J. Davis, Jr First National Bank of Butt Elizabeth 8. Bowduin Springfield Maes, Wieter Andrew J. Davis Youngs Davis Davis District Supreme Courte Bodoin Supreme Court of the United States Federal Bankine Taw Natty Bank Layson

Social life in Topeka area brims with gatherings

In Topeka and vicinity society news highlights visiting Vassar club members Agnes Lee and Gertrude Fulton host and attend luncheons tea dances and porch parties. Numerous local residents and guests from Kansas City Chicago Leavenworth and Indian Territory are noted at breakfasts picnics trolley rides and excursions with mentions of specific hosts guests and venues across the city.

Vassar Agnes Lee Juillet Wilson Kansas City Mixt Mary Baker Leavenworth Gertrude Fulton Chicago Abbie Ware Jane Littlefield Margaret Mulvaine Ien S. Stoddard Ware Cust John Waters Mare Robbins Ed McBride Joe Morgan Lou Bronson Frank Benner Martin Hill Beulah Parker Mise Marie Ketson Emma Marmont of Schur Ethel Wood Ethel Palmer Guy Taylor Mo Emmete Higby Julius Rosen Irving Scott Robert Maxwell Burkett Rev. A. 8, Ambree LK Bulthesley Misa Neifle Couch Thor Hammall W. F. Merehy Ned Osborn Topeka Lib Lesa Julian Motser Colorado Rose Mainsfield Ind David Tamblyn North Jackson Bernice Fuller Cedar Hapids Gussle Fuller Figin Mes W. OH. Small Pitiebure Venice Ds Kirkieever Curtin Holton Coneremewen Trderlek Horner Nat Thomas David Lakin Wamego Gurr Lukin W. M. Catsebaum Valencia Ollie O'Brien Crurmpine Jaze Crating Vassar Club North Topeka Moon Pueblo Coloyee Santa Fe Oscar Woolverton Boston Gertrude Devereux Mine Suele Gay Los Angeles Lawrence Teachel Thompson Gertruda Felton Ada Chubb Hoytly Lote Tet Lloyd Garrison Dave Harvey Kaneas City Bir Will Wadsworth Katharine Pennell Atchizon Mtyrile Fyah Davia Aisa Vera Low Yes Hia Sii Louis Geesie Gilmore St Louis Iy TP Freda Shin City Huog Tee den

J B Hoyt Estate Settled After Seven-Year Dispute

Stamford Cumaty reports the J B Hoyt estate of 34 000 000 after seven years in courts may be seized and disposed of once final settlement is reached. A future barge task for the Queen of the Floral Festival remains noted. A marshal band concert is slated at Garfield Park tonight.

J.B. Hoyt Stamford Cumaty J. B. Hoyt

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